Mechanical Engineer - Semiconductor Facilities
Schedule: M-F 8am to 5pm
Pay Rate: $185K to $200K Annually
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Position Type: Full-Time
Benefits: This position is eligible for WGNSTAR’s full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Additional benefits are listed at the end of this posting.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design mechanical components for semiconductor tools, including chambers, fixtures and thermal systems
- Develop and validate mechanical assemblies ensuring compliance with cleanroom and contamination control standards
- Perform stress analysis, thermal analysis and vibration studies to ensure reliability and durability
- Collaborate with electrical and process engineers to integrate mechanical systems with overall tool design
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues in production equipment to minimize downtime
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and industry standards in all mechanical designs
Requirements:
- Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; advanced degrees preferred
- Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD), FEA software, and thermal/mechanical analysis
- Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and cleanroom requirements
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Preferences:
- Experience designing components for vacuum systems, gas delivery systems and thermal management
- Hands-on experience with semiconductor fabrication equipment and cleanroom protocols
- Familiarity with material selection for high-purity and high-temperature environments
The people who thrive most at WGNSTAR are those individuals who perform well in a team environment, enjoy interacting and engaging with several different stakeholders, and adapt quickly to changing environments, while leveraging their skills, quality, and knowledge to drive themselves and their teams towards continuous improvement and success.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, O-1, etc). Additionally, WGNSTAR does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program for this role.
Equal opportunities and Social Governance
WGNSTAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
WGNSTAR places an immense emphasis on equal employment, encourages diversity in the workplace, and applies an open-door policy for inclusion of all employees. Our diversity program encourages people from any gender, background, ethnicity, culture, education, and experience to join the company and more importantly build a career through employee development.
Through our Global wellness programs, WGNSTAR ensures our employees and families have access to a full range of wellness services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). In the communities that surround our business operations, we support individual and group sponsorships for local sports and those that are vulnerable in society.